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This chess game between John Gabriel Ludwig (2055) and Denis Makhnev (1970) was played in 2012 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Chigorin Defense (D07).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won John Gabriel Ludwig vs Denis Makhnev?
John Gabriel Ludwig vs Denis Makhnev (2012) finished 1-0, a win for John Gabriel Ludwig.
What opening was played in John Gabriel Ludwig vs Denis Makhnev?
The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Chigorin Defense (ECO D07).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of John Gabriel Ludwig vs Denis Makhnev, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.